They will want to see why it isn't selling and they will also probably want more skin in the game.

Might be worth looking into if your town has a list of vetted contractors or service providers that will do the work.

My total rents collected are over twice as much with the three which covers the higher capital costs associated with owning three houses instead of one.Good luck with whatever you do though - there are a million ways to skin this cat!

An additional benefit of a detailed engineering-based Cost Segregation Study is that it can increase potential insurance premium savings as well as provide support for the property tax appeals process.

Additionally, reaching out to other developers for their insights on the timeline's reasonableness could provide a bit more perspective.

Speaking with real estate professionals, property managers, and other investors in your area of interest can provide valuable insights and help you make an informed decision.Best of luck with your investment decision!

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I’m interested in taking what I’ve made into properties that can provide me with passive income and capital appreciation.

Your local banks will likely have more strict underwriting rules than credit unions.Online mortgage lenders are increasingly flexible and might provide HELOCs for investment properties.